Final Cut Pro Certification Practice Test

How can you locate a clip you imported into the library?

1. In the Libraries pane, select the Library and click on the clip

2. Select the Library and use the Filter pop-up menu to choose All Clips

3. Search by clip name in the Browser's search field

4. View the clip in the timeline

The correct answer is: Select the Library and use the Filter pop-up menu to choose All Clips

To locate a clip you imported into the library, using the Filter pop-up menu to choose "All Clips" is an effective method. This approach allows you to see an organized list of all clips stored within the selected library, making it easier to locate specific items, especially when the library contains numerous clips. By filtering for "All Clips," you can eliminate any limitations that may be imposed by other filter options, ensuring that you have a comprehensive view of everything available in the library. Searching by clip name in the Browser's search field can also be useful, as it allows you to directly input the name of the clip you are looking for. However, options in the search field rely on knowing the exact name or part of the name, which may not always be the case. Selecting the library and clicking on the clip or viewing it in the timeline do not represent effective strategies for locating clips upon initial import, as these actions depend on already having the clip's location defined or visible, which may not apply in all scenarios. Using the filter option gives you a more systematic way to explore the contents of your library.